High-speed Internet soon for tribal hamlets in Nilambur forests
The Hindu
NABARD, JSS join hands to provide internet using long-distance WiFi technology
The Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) is joining hands with the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) to provide high-speed internet connectivity to tribal hamlets in the far-flung areas of Nilambur forest. The new project using long-distance WiFi technology and 5 Ghz open frequency will provide 100 mbps internet connectivity to Palakkayam, Vettilakkolly, and Ambumala tribal colonies in the pilot phase. NABARD has offered to give ₹5 crore to the project as part of the bank’s 40th foundation day celebrations. The JSS will chip in ₹2 crore.
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